Fall means tasty veggies, homemade pumpkin pie
October 7, 2009
The days grow shorter, the air grows colder, and the leaves turn red and fall to the ground. Yes, it’s fall again. But what some people don’t realize is that fall is actually a good time to start growing your own produce, not to mention a fantastic time to make homemade pumpkin pie. Read more
Make remodeling dollars payoff in buyer’s market
October 7, 2009
You want to sell your house, but the kitchen yearns for a makeover, the exterior needs a new coat of paint, windows rattle in the slightest breeze and the bathroom has seen better days. Read more
Homeowners need to check on roof twice a year
October 7, 2009
Few of us give much thought to our roofs — until they begin to leak, that is.
Yet, most of us have a lot riding on our roofs. If they should fail, much of what we hold dear would be exposed to rain water and the elements.
So, for the comfort of ourselves, our families and to protect our valuables and belongings, it makes sense to perform an inspection at least twice a year on our underappreciated roofs and their associated roofing systems. Read more
Don’t stop gardening now: It’s just getting colorful!
October 7, 2009
Create garden drama in winter
Current trends in landscape design focus on gardens that have something interesting to look at year round. In our mild Northwest climate, that means a strong focus on winter plants as well as summer. Here are some plants that will do very well in your winter landscape: Read more
Take neighbors into your garden’s consideration
October 7, 2009
We are lucky to have nice neighbors, but we know that everyone in suburbia doesn’t feel that way about their neighbors. Most of us don’t see the world the same way. Read more
Top picks for veggies in our area
April 30, 2009
You’re just bursting at the seams, aren’t you? You want to get those seeds and seedlings out there, so they’ll just jump out of the ground. Well, hold back.
Get green rebates with energy-saving upgrades
April 30, 2009
In these tough economic times, there are ways for families pinching pennies to reap the benefits of saving money through going green.
The first way is to install energy saving devices, from toilets and washers to water heaters and furnaces. In many cases, additional savings can also be enjoyed through rebates once installations are complete. Read more
Hey, buddy, can you spare some seeds for my recession garden?
April 30, 2009
Sylvain Bourneuf, of Hayes Nursery, said the store can’t keep seeds on the shelves. Business is up 17 percent compared to this time last year, he said.
“It’s because of the recession and people wanting to grow their own food,” said Bourneuf, a certified professional horticulturist at the nursery south of town on Issaquah-Hobart Road. Read more
Save money by growing your own vegetables
April 30, 2009
Can planting a veggie patch really save you money? Government agencies and gardening organizations say yes.
Every $100 spent on vegetable gardening yields $1,000 to $1,700 worth of produce, the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates. Read more
Work with what you have to create a beautiful atmosphere in the home
April 30, 2009
Whether your motive is to save money or save the earth, recycling, reusing and refurbishing what you already own are all affordable and creative ways to beautify your home and feel good doing it.
“The concept behind ‘FreeStyle’ was all about having style for free and leaving what you have in your house,” said Taniya Nayak, a designer for the HGTV show “Designed to Sell.” Read more
